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2017 Christmas and Holiday Events in Miami
Parades, Lights, Holiday Spectaculars...
2017 Christmas and Holiday Events in Miami
What's On This Year: Boat Parades, Winterland Hayrides, Concerts And Of Course, The Nutcraker...
Ho! Ho! Ho! Stringing our lights around the palm trees and Santa is getting ready to surf!
Christmas in Miami is about enjoying the sunshine and gorgeous breezy weather!
And to get into the spirit, our regular events are back with plenty of lights, shiny ornaments and holiday cheer.
Here are this year's most popular Christmas and Holiday Season events and
celebrations in Miami.
Christmas Festivals, Fairs, Parades, Tree Lightings...
- Santa's Enchanted Forest - November 2, 2017 - early January 2018
- Christmas Tree Lighting at Bayfront Park - November 24, 2017
- Annual Magical Snowfall at Dolphin Mall - Nov 22, 2017 - Jan 7, 2018
- Winterfest Boat Parade - December 9, 2017
- Miami Outboard Club Holiday Boat Parade at Bayfront Park - December 16, 2017
- Cirque Dream Holidaze - The Family Holiday Spectacular - December 26 - 30, 2017
- Zoo Lights and Gifts for the Animals at Zoo Miami - December 1 - 30, 2017
- Winterland at the Farm - December 16, 2017 - January 7, 2018
- Christmas Eve Midnight Mass and Services - Midnight Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
And in the Holiday Entertainment Calendar:
- A Christmas Carol - November 30 - December 2, 2017
- LeAnn Rimes Today is Christmas Tour - December 2, 2017
- Symphony of the Americas Holiday Voices - December 3 and 5, 2017
- Master Chorale of South Florida: Handel's Messiah - December 8, 2017
- Broward Symphony Orchestra: A Holiday Feast - December 9, 2017
- Miami City Ballet: George Balanchine's The Nutcracker - December 15 - 24, 2017
- Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve - December 15, 2017
- Holiday Traditions Around The World - December 18, 2017
- Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker - December 30, 2017
Top Picks Christmas Events for Kids and Families:
- Santa's Enchanted Forest - November 2, 2017 - early January 2018
- Winterfest Boat Parade - December 9, 2017
- Cirque Dream Holidaze - The Family Holiday Spectacular - December 26 - 30, 2017
- Zoo Lights and Gifts for the Animals at Zoo Miami - December 1 - 30, 2017
- Winterland at the Farm - December 16, 2017 - January 7, 2018
- Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker - December 30, 2017
And check out the New Year's Eve Holiday events in Miami.
Christmas and Holiday Festivals, Parades, Fairs and Events
Santa's Echanted Forest
The largest Christmas-Themed Amusement Park and Carnival is back on its 26th year with its 3 million lights, 92" christmas tree, and the carnival rides for little ones and those wanting a little more extreme.
Located in the heart of Miami in Tropical Park, you will no doubt see the lights from the highway as you drive past.
It is a huge sprawling lively event, just coming to see the lights is worth the trip. Tons of entertainment for kids and families round it all up. There are the many live shows, games, magic acts, mazes, all sorts of rides, from carrousels to roller coasters and drop towers and of course, the carnival food!
When? November 2, 2017 to early January 2018 - 5:00pm to Midnight
Where? Tropical Park, on the Palmetto (SR826) and Bird Road (40th Street) 7900 SW 40th Street, Miami, FL 33155
How Much? Adults (10-64) $31.78, Children (3-9) $22.43, Seniors (65+) $22.43 Season and express passes available.
More Info: Santa's Enchanted Forest
Christmas Tree Lighting at Bayfront Park - November 24, 2017
The official kick off to the holiday season in downtown Miami takes place the day after Thanksgiving as Bayfront Park unveils its 50-foot tree covered with glittering lights.
The countdown to the tree lighting is accompanied by cheery holiday music, so come and take a break from the shopping and enjoy the spirit of the holidays.
While you're at it, la Feria del Mercado de San Miguel also takes place at Bayfront Park, so come an enjoy some tapas and the fantastic atmosphere of this beloved Spanish market.
When? Friday, November 24, 2017, tree lighting at 7:00 pm.
Where? Bayfront Park 301 N. Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL 33132
Where to Park?: There is limited, paid parking at Bayfront Park. You can also park at Bayside Marketplace nextdoor or take the Metrorail to the Government Center Station then transfer to the Metromover Inner Loop to Bayfront Park.
How Much? FREE!
More info: Directions and Parking
Magical Snowfall at Dolphin Mall
Miami's winter wonderland is back this year. To help bring on the magical flurry, Dolphin Mall will be giving away enchanted wands to children under the age of 12 (while supplies last). At the start of each nightly snowfall, young magicians are encouraged to wave their wands around to unleash the blizzard and create the glistening winter wonderland.
In addition, while you're at the mall, you can visit Santa and become a flight crew at Santa's Flight Academy.
When? Nightly from November 22, 2017 to January 7, 2018 at 7:00 pm, additional snowfall at 9:00 pm Thursdays through Sundays. No blizzard on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.
Where? The Ramblas Plaza at Dolphin Mall
How Much? FREE! Wands will be distributed to participating families 30 minutes prior to start of each nightly snowfall, first come first served.
More info: www.shopdolphinmall.com
Winterfest Boat Parade - Saturday, December 9, 2017
Sailboats, Yachts, Barges, Gondolas, Kayaks... ANYTHING that floats, all decked up with thousands of lights and a merry spirit, traversing the waters of the intracoastal, what could be more fun this holiday season?!
On its 46th year, the Winterfest Boat Parade has become one of the most awaited events, and this year with the theme "Fairytales Afloat" the Ft. Lauderdale shoreline will be coming alive once again.
Some fantastic entries and surprises in the past have included the Galleria Mall Reindeer Barge, a floating bus, a fire truck, Mickey and Minnie...
When?: Saturday December 9, 2017, sails at 6:30 p.m. ends approximately 10:30 p.m.
Where?: Intracoastal Waterway from Ft. Lauderdale to Pompano Beach. Parade starts at the New River where parading boats will be lining up west from Stranahan House to the Performing Arts Center, then move along towards the Intracoastal where they start heading up. Parade ends just south of Atlantic Blvd, at Lake Santa Barbara in Pompano Beach
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View Ft. Lauderdale Winterfest Boat Parade Route in a larger map View Ft. Lauderdale Winterfest Boat Parade Route in a larger map |
Parade Ends at Lake Santa Barbara in Pompano Beach |
Parade Route along the Intracoastal | |
Grandstand Locationat Birch State Park | |
Parade Startsat Stranahan House in the New River |
Great spots to catch the parade is at one of the many bridges over the intracoastal at:
- Las Olas Boulevard
- Sunrise Boulevard
- Oakland Park Boulevard
- Commercial Boulevard
How Much?: Free along parade route.
Grandstand viewing areas are available at Hugh Taylor Birch State Park where reserved seating can be purchased in advance: adults $25, children under 10 $20, seniors, military and groups $22. Add $5 for shuttle, you park your car at the Galleria Mall and a shuttle will bring you to the designated area at Hugh Taylor Birch State Park.
Entry to the park if not viewing from the Grandstand is $5. There will be no parking inside the park on the day of the parade, so either walk-in, or take the Park and Ride shuttle for $5 per person. The gates open at 3:30 pm, so bring your beach chair and enjoy! Parade arrives to this area normally around 7:30 pm
More info: www.winterfestparade.com
Miami Outboard Club's Annual Holiday Boat Parade
What?: Over 50 boats all decked up in holiday gear and parading in the waters of Biscayne Bay...
Food Vendors, Bounce House, DJ at Bayfront Park, the official viewing site
Fireworks Show!
When?: December 16, 2017 - 7:00 pm, Fireworks at 9:00 pm
Where?: Official viewing site is Bayfront Park
Parade Route: The parade will begin at the Miami Outboard Club continuing along Government Cut towards Downtown Miami, passing the Miami Children Museum, Bayside and Bayfront Park. The parade route will turn around at Brickell Key, once again passing Bayfront Park, Bayside, and then American Airlines Arena.
How Much?: FREE. The Club will be collecting new unwrapped toys to be donated to the children of the City Of Miami, donations can be made at The Miami Outboard Club and various sponsor retail locations.
More Info Here: www.mocholidayboatparade.com
Cirque Dreams Holidaze - The Family Holiday Spectacular
A multi-million dollar stage production with soaring acrobatics, gravity defying feats, ellaborate illusions, holiday music... it's a Broadway musical, cirque spectacle and family show all in one! A 2-hour theatrical adventure BroadwayWorld proclaims "The Perfect Holiday Gift... a show that everyone will enjoy... colorful, festive, imaginative, inventive, and thoroughly entertaining."
When? December 26 - 30, 2017
Where? Au-Rene Theater at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Ft. Lauderdale
Zoo Lights and Holiday Gifts For The Animals at Zoo Miami
It's that magical time of the year as the park transforms into a fabulous array of shimmering trees and dazzling (animal-shaped of course) lights that adorn every corner of this fantastic animal kingdom.
And during the day, the best part is watching all our fluffy fellows open their Christmas presents...
What else? Carousel rides, photo with Santa, cookies and hot cocoa... (additional fees)
When?: Gifts with the Animals: check for the daily schedule
Zoo Lights Every Friday and Saturday in December plus the week of December 26 - 30, 2017 - 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm (closed December 24-25)
Where?: Zoo Miami at 1 Zoo Boulevard, 12400 SW 152 Street, Miami, FL 33177
How Much?: Gifts for the Animals is Free with Zoo Admission. Check Zoo Miami website for schedule.
Zoo Lights: $9.95 plus tax
More Info Here: www.zoomiami.org
Winterland at the Farm
With this 60-degree weather, what better way to warm up and get ready into the holiday spirit with family and friends than with some Snow, Holiday Treats, Hot chocolate and much more while you can meet Santa Claus, Nix the Snowman and Sprinkle the Gingerbread Cookie at a beautiful illuminated Forest.
Holiday treats, hay rides, face painting, paddleboat rides, Santa, pony rides, and many more activities for kids!
When?: December 16, 2017 - January 7, 2018
Where?: Pinto Farm at 14890 SW 216 Street, Miami, FL 33170
How Much?: Winterland Unlimited $19, Winterland Paddleboat ride or Hayride $9.
More info: www.pintofarm.com
Christmas Eve Midnight Mass and Christmas Day Services
Bright poinsettias, twinkling lights, wonderful nativity scenes, children caroling and the fragrance of firs and incense filling the church, the Christmas Eve Midnight Mass has been a beautiful tradition for as long as I can remember. All our places of worship and the communities go out of their way to welcome and share in the spirit and purpose of the Christmas celebrations.
Here are some places you can attend Midnight Mass on Christmas Eve in Miami
- Saint Patrick Catholic Church - 3716 Garden Avenue, Miami Beach 33140
Phone (305) 531-1124Christmas Eve Midnight Mass: Multi-Lingual
Christmas Day:
English: 8:00 am, 9:30am, 11:00am
Spanish: 12:30pm, 7:00pm
More Info. - Church of the Little Flower 2711 Indian Mound Trail, Coral Gables 33134
Phone (305) 446-9950Chritmas Eve Cantata: 11:30 pm
Christmas Eve Midnight Mass: Bi-Lingual
Christmas Day:
English: 9:00am, 10:30am, 5:30pm
Spanish: 12:30pm
More Info. - More Christmas Eve serices in the Miami area
Christmas and Holiday Concerts and Entertainment
A Christmas Carol
LeAnn Rimes Today Is Christmas Tour
Symphony of the Americas Holiday Voices
When? Sunday and Tuesday, December 3 and 5, 2017
Where? Amaturo Theater at the Broward Center For The Performing Arts, Fort Lauderdale
Master Chorale of South Florida: Handel's Messiah
When? Friday, December 8, 2017 - 8:00 pm
Where? Au-Rene Theater at the Broward Center For The Performing Arts, Fort Lauderdale
Broward Symphony Orchestra: A Holiday Feast
When? Saturday, December 9, 2017 - 8:00 pm
Where? Bailey Hall - Broward College at 3501 Davie Road, Davie, FL 33314
Miami City Ballet: George Balanchine's The Nutcracker
When? Several performances December 15 to 24, 2017
Where? Ziff Opera House at the Adrienne Arsht Center
The Trans-Siberian Orchestra Winter 2017 Tour
The Ghosts of Christmas Eve
When? Friday, December 15, 2017 - 8:00 pm
Where? BB&T Center, Sunrise
Holiday Traditions Around The World
A joyous around-the-world tour of the dances, songs and stories from Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and many other traditions.
Students will sing, clap and tap along as they learn new and old traditions, customs and folklore that instill the magic of the season.
This wonderful jubilee creates a memorable and heartwarming experience that celebrates the mosaic of cultures that surround us.
When? Monday, December 18, 2017 - 10:00 am
Where? Amaturo Theater at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Ft. Lauderdale
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Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker
When? Saturday December 30, 2017 - 3:00 p.m.
Where? The Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater at 1700 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Check for half-price Moscow Nutcraker tickets at Goldstar, you need to be a member but membership is FREE, just sign up, it's worth the savings!
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